There are over 100 towers like this looking out over the Calabrian coast. Calabria was a fine place to attack and/or colonize over the centuries.
Picture of a Saracen Tower near Villapiano Lido
Calabria Picture: Saracen Guard Tower near Villapiano Lido
Martha Bakerjian, Italy for Visitors
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